along
along
Pronunciation
The IPA phonetic spelling for "along" is /əˈlɒŋ/.
Here's a breakdown of the sounds in each syllable:
a- /ə/ - schwa
long /ˈlɒŋ/ -
l /l/ - voiced alveolar lateral liquid
o /ɒ/ - open-mid back rounded vowel
ng /ŋ/ - velar nasal
Word Form Variations
The word "along" is an adverb, and as such, it doesn't have plural or singular forms. It can be used to modify verbs to indicate direction, continuation, or accompaniment.
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Definitions, Synonyms, Antonyms
(adverb)
Definition: Moving or continuing in a forward or onward direction.
Synonyms: forward, ahead, onward, forth
Antonyms: backward, behind, back
Example: We walked along the beach.
along (preposition)
Definition: In the direction of or parallel to something.
Synonyms: alongside, beside, by
Antonyms: across, through
Example: He sat along the river.
along (adjective)
Definition: Continuing or extending in a line or direction.
Synonyms: continuous, unbroken
Antonyms: interrupted, broken
Example: The along the coast is beautiful.
along (verb)
Definition: To move or proceed in a forward or onward direction.
Synonyms: advance, progress, proceed
Antonyms: retreat, withdraw
Example: We along the road.
Examples of Use
Books
"We walked along the beach, the waves crashing against our feet." (Example from a novel)
"The train chugged along the tracks, leaving a trail of smoke behind it." (Example from a historical fiction book)
Newspapers
"The protesters marched along the main street, chanting slogans." (Example from a news article)
"The government plans to build a new highway along the coast." (Example from a business article)
Online Publications
"Scroll down to read the comments along the article." (Example from a blog post)
"The video went viral, with users sharing it along social media." (Example from a technology article)
Entertainment Mediums and Platforms
"The characters walked along the path, searching for clues." (Example from a video game)
"The song 'Walking Along the Beach' became a popular hit." (Example from a music review)
General Public Discourse
"Let's go for a walk along the park." (Example from everyday conversation)
"The car broke down along the highway." (Example from a real-life situation)
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10 Famous Quotes Using the term Along
"The only way to find yourself is to lose yourself in the service of something greater than yourself." (Mahatma Gandhi)
"The road to success is always under construction." (Lily Tomlin)
"Life is a journey, not a destination." (Unknown)
"The greatest glory in living lies not in never falling, but in rising every time we fall." (Nelson Mandela)
"You can't go back and change the beginning, but you can start where you are and change the ending." (C.S. Lewis)
"I'm not afraid of death; I'm afraid of not living." (Unknown)
"Happiness is not a destination, it's a journey." (Unknown)
"The only person you are destined to become is the person you decide to be." (Ralph Waldo Emerson)
"The greatest discovery of my generation is that human beings can alter their lives by altering their attitudes of mind." (William James)
"Life is a series of natural and spontaneous changes. Don't resist them; rather try to go with the flow." (Lao Tzu)
Etymology
The word "along" is a combination of two older words: "on" and "long."
"On" means "upon" or "above."
"Long" means "extended in space or time."
So, "along" means "in a line or direction that extends from one place to another." It's like saying "on a long way."
People started using "along" in English around the 1300s. Back then, it was used to describe something that was "extended in length." Over time, its meaning changed to include the idea of movement or direction.
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Phrases + Idioms Containing the term Along
Common Phrases
Along the way: During a course of action or time.
Along with: Together with.
All along: From the beginning.
Go along with: Agree or comply with.
Get along: Have a friendly relationship.
Lesser-Known Phrases
Along for the ride: Participating in an activity without much involvement.
Along these lines: Similar to or in the same direction as.
Along the same vein: In a similar way or style.
Along the wayside: By the side of a road or path.
Along the lines of: In the general direction of.
Idioms with Synonyms
In the same boat: In a similar situation (similar to "along the same lines")
Side by side: Together (similar to "along with")
From the get-go: From the beginning (similar to "all along")
Get along swimmingly: Have a very good relationship (similar to "get along")
Go with the flow: Agree or comply (similar to "go along with")
Note: While "along" is a versatile word, it's not as common in idioms as some other words. This is likely due to its simple and straightforward meaning, which doesn't lend itself as easily to figurative language. However, the phrases and idioms listed above provide a good range of examples of how "along" can be used in various contexts.
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Definition of along from The Academic Glossary at Self Exploration Academy, a Urikville Press Publication. © All rights reserved.
